Apparatus for sizing a facet joint
US8425530B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 4, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0256
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and method in accordance with the embodiments of the present invention can include an implant for positioning within a cervical facet joint for distracting the cervical spine, thereby increasing the area of the canals and openings through which the spinal cord and nerves must pass, and decreasing pressure on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots. The implant can be inserted laterally or posteriorly.
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